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Maru, Nigeria
Zamfara State · Nigeria
Maru is a small city in Zamfara State, Nigeria with a population of 11,496. Elevation: 1,250 ft (381 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,496 |
| Population Density | 131 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (381 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.3336°, 6.4037° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Zamfara State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.2 inches (741 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maru
Maru is a small city in Nigeria (Zamfara State) with a population of 11,496. The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet (381 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Maru
Maru has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.7°C), the coldest is Dec (21.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1150 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (381 m) |
| Area | 87.8 sq mi (227.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.3336°N, 6.4037°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Maru has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 74°F in January to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Maru
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gusau Airport | - | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Maru
What is the population of Maru?
Maru has a population of 11,496 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 87.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maru?
Maru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches.